Paperwork declare Trek’s 2021/2022 Emonda SLR and 2022 Pace Idea SLR bikes, and aftermarket carbon handlebar/stems, can doubtlessly crack.
Trek will reportedly recall each current 2021 and 2022 Emonda SLR and 2022 Pace Idea SLR bike, based on a doc obtained by Bike Radar. The recall outcomes from considerations that the assorted carbon parts may fracture if overloaded.
Affected elements embrace the bottom bar on the Pace Idea SLR aero bike and the Bontrager Aeolus RSL VR-C built-in cockpit on the high-end Emonda SLR street bike, based on a PDF Bike Radar revealed.
Notably, Trek additionally made the built-in cockpit accessible as an aftermarket possibility within the lineup from mannequin years 2020-2022.
The PDF claims severe accidents may happen if the bottom bar or handlebar breaks and suggested “[d]o not experience a bicycle outfitted with the affected base bar or handlebar/stem” till a Trek retailer can exchange it.
Trek did beforehand challenge a recall for this defect on June 7 for purchasers in Australia. However, based on Bike Radar, the Wisconsin-based bike maker will challenge a discover to prospects across the globe “imminently.”
Affected fashions reportedly embrace:
- All mannequin 12 months 2022 Pace Idea SLR bicycles, together with Challenge One and inventory bicycles in any colorway
- All mannequin 12 months 2021 and 2022 Emonda SLR bicycles, together with Challenge One and inventory bicycles in any colorway
- Aftermarket Bontrager Aeolus RSL VR-C handlebars/stems
In the event you’re undecided whether or not your bike falls underneath the recall, Trek’s recommendation is to take it to a Trek retailer for a free inspection.
Recall Particulars
If the recall does apply to your bike, Trek will reportedly provide the next:
- For Pace Idea SLR bicycles: Trek will give you a alternative base bar, new bar tape, and set up.
- For Emonda SLR bicycles and aftermarket Bontrager Aeolus RSL VC-R handlebars/stems: Trek will conduct a two-step treatment. To maintain you driving, Trek will give you a person handlebar and stem till an up to date handlebar/stem combo is obtainable and new bar tape. Your retailer will notify you when the up to date handlebar/stem combo is obtainable for set up. After that, the person handlebar and stem are yours to maintain.
Trek gives prospects in Australia an AU$150 in-store credit score they will put towards any Trek or Bontrager merchandise. As of this writing, it remained unclear whether or not the corporate will provide an identical incentive to prospects in different international locations.
For questions or extra data, contact Trek Buyer Service.
